Morphing French Louis XV Style Mahogany Table

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An elegant and sophisticated French mahogany Louis XV style morphing table from the early 20th century.

The finely handcrafted, good … Read more An elegant and sophisticated French mahogany Louis XV style morphing table from the early 20th century.

The finely handcrafted, good quality, exceptionally rare six to eight leg ormolu mounted morphing antique table, circa 1930, begins as a console or hall table with half-moon demilune shape top, over a scalloped skirt, the hinged flip-top then lifts and can rest against a wall to give a large backsplash, perfect as an entry piece; continue opening the flip-top and the table becomes a round top, the frame extends placing two legs underneath and making it very sturdy and functional. The tables telescopic expanding frame can then extend to a ten feet long oval dining table with two concealed unadorned drop down support legs in the center. No leaf/leaves present. Rising on six cabriole legs, each with fine gilt bronze ormolu mount, ending on gilded bronze sabots

Wonderful rich antique mahogany color and tones, with beautiful wood grain patterns and warm, elegantly aged patina. See less